Overview
Dental implant surgery replaces severely damaged or missing teeth with artificial (prosthetic) teeth. The surgery results in a new, permanent root structure in your jaw to hold the prosthetic teeth. Dental implant-supported teeth look, feel and function much like real teeth and are a popular alternative to removable dentures or tooth-supported bridgework.
Why choose Mayo Clinic
- Experience. Mayo Clinic in Minnesota was one of the first medical centers in the nation to provide dental implant therapy. Mayo Clinic therapists have replaced missing teeth with dental implants in thousands of people.
- Teamwork. A multidisciplinary treatment team, including oral and maxillofacial surgeons, prosthetic dentists and periodontists, works together to provide a customized solution for you.
- Research. Mayo Clinic clinician-researchers track the results of all dental implant surgeries, which helps them assess the reliability of dental implants and the effectiveness of various procedures.
Read more about dental implant surgery at MayoClinic.com.
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